Got water damage? Water damage is not just a nuisance for your building but also a threat to your health. That is why you should immediately call for water damage restoration services if you suspect water damage. Here are some of the ways in which water damage threatens your health. Mold Growths Mold is sure to follow in areas where water is standing. Mold spores require dark, damp, and wet conditions to grow. Water damage creates the ideal conditions for mold spores to grow. Mold presents numerous dangers of its own. It causes respiratory illnesses, triggers asthma, and much more. Pests Water damage leads to wood rot and degradation. Rotting wood is the favorite spot of many pests and insect species. Pests and insects are carriers of many diseases and contaminants. The health of your family may be at risk if flies start swarming a rotten section of the wall in your basement. If the water damage is due to clogged drains and pipes, rats and cockroaches can infect your house. Clogged drains are the perfect home for rats, cockroaches, and other sewerage creepy crawlies. They will have a safe home and a convenient way to access your home. They can spread dangerous bacteria with their coming and going. Electrocution You may be thinking what electrocution has to do with water damage. Water can seep into your electrical circuitry and boards. This can cause them to malfunction and cause sparks. The water leaking from them may carry current which can electrocute anyone unlucky enough to step in it. Electrocution becomes a much more serious concern in floodwater damage. Standing water means a wider body for electric currents to spread. You can get electrocuted if you are not careful and potentially lose your life. Illness and Disease You can have a serious health emergency on your hands if sewage water starts leaking through your pipes. It will soak your home and spread dangerous material everywhere. Various pathogens and bacteria will infect your house through sewage water. You need to call emergency cleanup crews to tackle sewage water leaks. Conclusion Water damage and the threat it can pose to your health should not be underestimated. Failure to take water damage seriously can result in expensive reconstruction and medical costs. Contact Service Team of Professionals (STOP) for all your water damage repair needs. Visit our website for more information on our services.